Flemings, just off Lancaster Ave (Rt. 30), in Radnor, does a brisk business almost every night. It’s in a great location on the Main Line for business dinners and is a perfect spot for celebrating almost any special occasion. We were there last week for our “Sibling Dinner”, five brothers and sisters, along with spouses enjoying an evening of good food and wine and plenty of crisp conversation. The menu at Flemings is quite extensive but there is little doubt that this is a steak restaurant and they take great pride in the beef they serve. They also have a very decent wine list and boast of offering 100 wines by the glass. I had previewed that list prior to arrival and I was a little disappointed to discover that several of the wines I had my eye on were not available at Pennsylvania locations (something to do with the state’s outdated retail wine and spirits laws.)

I went with a 2008 Haymon & Hill, Reserve Selection, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands which was a decent pinot with cherry and raspberry notes with a little spice and a medium finish. To go with my steak I stepped up to a heartier red, the 2008 Hess, Allomi Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon. Dark blackberry flavors with a hint of smoke and cedar, smooth tannins and a lingering finish made this a good choice for the filet mignon.

I had the French Onion Soup baked with swiss and parmesan cheese. This had tons of great flavor and was the perfect pre-steak starter.

My filet was cooked medium and we shared several sides. The most notable of the extras was the Fleming Potatoes with cream, jalapenos and cheddar cheese. This gooey concoction is the perfect match for the USDA prime filet served with peppercorn sauce and a touch of butter. We also shared some cream spinach and asparagus spears.

Flemings can be counted on for a consistently good meal and top-notch service.